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Reading for Others

Reading for Others

Reading takes on a new meaning for some inmates as they try to keep in touch with their children. Many of the inmates will try to read the same books that their children are reading at home. Currently one father is reading the Monster Manor series by Paul Martin, trying to stay one book ahead of his daughter. Not only does it give him something to talk about with his daughter, but the experience is even more valuable. By showing an interest in…

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Would you die without books?

Would you die without books?

In the prison branches of the State Library we have a form titled “Please Tell Us…” that allows the inmates to tell us what the library and its services mean to them. How does the library, its collections and staff, make a difference in their lives? To date, the best response that I have ever received was the following statement: “I would die in here without books, thanks.”